Autumn brings a new harvest of pears to market. This luscious fruit is somewhat overlooked, but that wasn't always the case. In England, an estimated 700 varieties of pear were grown during the 18th ...

Pears never get the attention they deserve. The minute the first leaves change color and autumn hits, it always seems like apples get the spotlight. But pears are sweet, crisp and every bit as ...

There are several ways to freeze pears depending on how you plan to use them later. This article covers step-by-step methods for freezing raw or fully cooked pears, ensuring they remain in the best ...

Pears tend to get lost in the shuffle when it comes to fall fruits, but they're nearly as versatile as apples, pomegranates, and cranberries. If you need more convincing, scroll through for sweet and ...

I was pleasantly surprised this past week by readers’ emails in which they expressed their hopes for pear recipes. “I clipped your column on apple recipes back at the end of September, and I keep ...

There’s more to porridge than plain old oats, and you’re missing out if that’s all you eat for breakfast. Apples and maple butter, or a chocolate and pear combo, are guaranteed to sweeten the day. Who ...

You know how in high school there’s always the popular girl or guy that has the almost as popular best friend/sidekick? Well, that’s kinda how it is with the pear. Most people really love the apple ...